Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Graphic Design & Social Media Intern (Part-Time)

Location: Salt Lake City, UT (On-site or Hybrid)
Department: Marketing
Reports to: Director of Marketing
Employment Type: Part-Time Internship (10–20 hours/week)

Who We Are

Calyx Containers is a vertically integrated cannabis packaging company changing the way products are cured, stored, and sold across the industry. Based in Salt Lake City, our team brings together engineering, compliance, design, and supply chain expertise to deliver packaging systems that elevate cannabis quality, extend shelf life, and support sustainable operations for our customers.

We’re a group of creators and problem solvers—focused on consistency, compliance, and consumer impact. If you’re excited to tell stories through content and want to grow with an energetic, and mission-driven team, read on.

The Role

As a Graphic Design & Social Media Intern, you’ll assist the marketing team by producing on-brand visuals and helping manage day-to-day social media activities. You’ll work closely with the Marketing Strategist & Designer and Multimedia Content Producer to bring campaigns, product launches, and social storytelling to life. This role is perfect for someone who loves design and also enjoys building engagement on digital platforms.

What You’ll Do

Graphic Design

• Design marketing assets such as social graphics, digital ads, email headers, and sales collateral.

• Format and polish presentations, product sheets, and case studies.

• Adapt existing creative into new formats (resizing, reformatting, updating copy/design elements).

• Ensure brand consistency across all creative deliverables.

Social Media Management

• Assist with day-to-day posting on LinkedIn, Instagram, and other platforms .

• Design, schedule, and publish posts using approved content calendars.

• Monitor engagement (likes, comments, shares) and flag opportunities to respond or optimize.

• Research trends, hashtags, and competitor activity to keep our channels fresh and relevant.

• Provide monthly reporting on social media performance.

Collaboration & Support

• Work cross-functionally with Marketing, Sales, and R&D teams on campaign deliverables.

• Brainstorm creative ideas for new campaigns, product launches, and storytelling formats.

• Organize and maintain digital assets within our creative library.

What We’re Looking For

Must-Haves

• Current student or recent graduate in Graphic Design, Marketing, Communications, or related field.

• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign).

• Familiarity with social media platforms (Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok, YouTube).

• Strong design eye with a portfolio (academic or personal projects welcome).

• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.

Nice-to-Haves

• Experience with social scheduling tools (e.g., Later, Hootsuite, HubSpot).

• Interest in cannabis, packaging, or consumer goods industries.

• Skills in Canva, Figma, or motion graphics tools.

What You’ll Gain

• Hands-on experience in graphic design and social media marketing .

• Exposure to a professional marketing team in a high-growth industry.

• Portfolio-worthy projects across print, digital, and social.

• Mentorship from experienced marketers and designers.

• Flexible part-time schedule (10–20 hours/week).

Compensation

• Hourly rate: $15

• Internship length: [e.g., 3–6 months, with possibility of extension]

MORE ABOUT US:

Our team is composed of bright, hardworking, creative, and highly motivated individuals looking to make an impact on the world. We seek like-minded colleagues who share our values and want to apply their experience, energy, and enthusiasm to help grow and scale a dynamic business in a rapidly expanding industry. The Calyx Containers culture fosters the personal and professional growth in a challenging and rewarding environment. We operate at a fast pace, demand high personal standards, and offer everyone the opportunity to contribute, skill-build, and develop their talents.

Benefits and Perks offered to full time employees:
-Flexible Paid Time Off
-Comprehensive benefits offerings including: Medical (with company-funded HRA), Dental, Vision, Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance, Life Insurance, Headspace Care Mental Health support...all effective the first day of the month following hire.
-401(k)
-Ability to make an immediate impact
-Monthly team meetings and frequent social events

An ideal Calyx candidate looks like:
-Has experience in the cannabis and/or packaging industry
-Thrives in a fast-paced environment
-Handles ambiguity with a positive attitude
-Rolls up their sleeves to help their team

How success is measured at Calyx:
First 30 days spent getting to know the company and our team!
Ability to make an immediate impact - we’re growing quickly and want you to help cultivate that!
Living our core values:
--X-treme Ownership
--Be Quick, But Don’t Hurry
--Sustainability Is Multi-Dimensional
--We Are Square: Quality Does Not Cut Corners
--Customer Is The Only Boss
--Earn Success Every Day
--The Biggest Failure Is The Failure To Ask For Help
--Better Together: Cultivate An Inclusive Environment

Calyx Containers is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe strongly in fair hiring practices and in creating a welcoming environment for all team members. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Diversity drives innovation; inclusion drives success. We believe a multitude of approaches and ideas enable us to deliver the best results for our workforce, workplace, and customers. We are committed to fostering a culture where all employees can share their passions and ideas so we can tackle the toughest challenges in our industry and pave new paths to limitless possibilities.
Calyx is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, please contact hr@calyxcontainers.com. (Please note that applications should not be emailed to this address).

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